Waist To Hip Ratio Calculator

Waist to Hip Ratio Formula:

\[ WHR = \frac{\text{Waist}}{\text{Hip}} \]

Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR):

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1. What is Waist to Hip Ratio (WHR)?

Definition: WHR is a simple measurement that compares waist circumference to hip circumference.

Purpose: It's used as an indicator of health risks and body fat distribution.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ WHR = \frac{\text{Waist}}{\text{Hip}} \]

Where:

\( WHR \) — Waist to Hip Ratio (unitless)
\( \text{Waist} \) — Waist circumference (cm or inches)
\( \text{Hip} \) — Hip circumference (cm or inches)

Explanation: Simply divide your waist measurement by your hip measurement to get the ratio.

3. Importance of WHR

Health Indicator: WHR is used to assess risk for heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions related to obesity.

Body Fat Distribution: Higher WHR indicates more abdominal fat (apple shape), while lower WHR indicates more hip/thigh fat (pear shape).

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Measure your waist at the narrowest point and hips at the widest point. Enter both values in the same units (cm or inches).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a healthy WHR?
A: For men, below 0.90 is healthy. For women, below 0.85 is healthy.

Q2: Should I measure in cm or inches?
A: It doesn't matter as long as both measurements use the same unit.

Q3: How accurate is WHR for health assessment?
A: WHR is a simple screening tool but should be used with other health indicators for complete assessment.

Q4: When should I measure my waist and hips?
A: For consistency, measure in the morning before eating, without clothing affecting measurements.

Q5: How does WHR differ from BMI?
A: BMI measures total body weight relative to height, while WHR shows fat distribution pattern.